Oregon Railway and Navigation Company Bridge, railroad bridge in Lane County, Oregon
The Oregon Railway and Navigation Company Bridge is an iron arch structure built in 1887 that crosses the McKenzie River near Coburg. The structure features a sturdy design with concrete supports and a steel frame typical of late 19th century railway engineering.
The original structure at this site was a wooden covered bridge built in 1891, measuring about 380 feet (116 meters) long, which carried wagons and early settlers across the river. The current iron bridge was built in 1887 elsewhere and relocated to this spot over the McKenzie River in 1907 to support expanding rail traffic.
The bridge takes its name from the Oregon Railway and Navigation Company, the historical railroad that once operated this route. Today it stands as a quiet landmark reminding visitors of the era when railways shaped the region's economic growth.
The bridge is accessible to pedestrians and cyclists and offers views of the McKenzie River and surrounding landscape. Nearby is Armitage County Park located about five miles north of Eugene, providing a quiet setting to explore the natural area.
The bridge was originally built at a different location over the John Day River before being relocated to its current position in 1907. This relocation of such a large structure demonstrates the importance railroad connections held for regional development.
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